Thursday, December 23, 2010

Tidings of Good Cheer


May the spirit of Christmas bring joy to your heart, and the coming of a new year bring a peaceful and joyful start.

Warm Wishes,

Monday, December 13, 2010

Meet and Greet at Borders Express




Hi Everyone,

Hope all is well. Just a quick post to let you all know I will be doing two meet and greets at Borders Express in Westland Michigan this Tuesday and Thursday. I will be reviewing some of my favorite beading and paper craft publications, along with sharing some of my design techniques and elements. Come prepared to have fun and socialize with other like minds.


Where: Borders Express
Westland, MI

When: December 14th & 16th
1-3 p.m.





See you there!

Wednesday, October 27, 2010

Musings at Mill Race


This beautiful Victorian home is where I spent many days lazying away on the porch swing, and allowing my imagination to get lost in various novels. The creek running behind the house offered a natural lulling affect, while an abundance of shade trees offered a small shield from the hot sun.



On the other side of the home was a garden to die for. Every type of herb, vegetable, and flower ones heart could desire was growing here. Being a lover of summer gardens and roses, I couldn't help but wish and click my vintage heels together in hopes that this magnificent garden would be mine ( a girl can dream right?).


After spending a few hours in the village each day, I would peacefully walk out, but not before stopping here. This is The New School Church. I would peak through the whitewash windows, imagining all the towns people gathered praying, planning, and learning.

Have a wonderful and peaceful day,


Sunday, October 24, 2010

I Heart June Cleaver

Hello Darlings,


It's been so long since I've posted that I hardly know what to say. Shall I start with "I'm sorry"or perhaps "I've missed you"? It's so very true, I really have missed our fun conversations, and gal pal goodness. For the past few months I have been dealing with a lot of changes. Some happy and some not so much. But all in good favor.

As you may have noticed in the events section, I've began teaching again. That's right dears, I'm back teaching scrapbook classes for Michael's and EK Success. But that's not all. I have recently been offered the chance to teach 4 new jewelry classes at Michael's. Can you believe it? I'm over the moon (petticoats swaying)! Any who, at the end of this month I will be hosting two bead events that are sure to be lots of fun. I would love for all of you to join me.

With that said, I'm sure you ladies were sad to learn of the passing of Barbara Billingsley (June Cleaver) just as I was. Not only was she a great woman in real life, but the best darn T.V. mom to ever exist. Her style and grace, although fictional inspired me tremendously. Growing up watching reruns of Leave it to Beaver provided me with dreamy safe haven. June Cleaver taught me that it's okay to be pretty and feminine, and that a simple strand of pearls can be paired with almost any outfit.

In a day and age where simplicity and grace are frowned upon, I am thankful to Barbara Billingsley for bringing the role of June Cleaver to life, and leaving us all with rerun memories to hold near and dear to our hearts.


Have a Happy Sunday!






Sunday, June 6, 2010

Sassy Retro Wrap.........



Hello Friends, I have yet another project to share with you. Yes, it's another Butterick retro wrap dress. Only this time, it's done up a lot more sassier. I used princess seams to create figure flattering curves, and Retro Style fabric for a more vintage look. Instead of using button closures I used snaps, even on the inner dress. Overall the pattern was easy to work with and required a few minor alterations. As many of you dolls may notice, I also shortened the inner dress to create more depth. I am also working on a vintage style slip to wear underneath the dress, and looking for a lightweight cardigan to wear with it on cool summer nights.



Let me know what you think! Have you created your own version of this dress? I would love to see it!


P.s. You ladies have to excuse the horrid lighting in my picture. The sun snuck back into hiding before I could get outside.








Keeping it Sassy,

Wednesday, June 2, 2010

Another Pretty Little Ditty......

Hello Darlings!, look what I have to share. It's my Anne Adams 4731 dress. What do you think of the yellow Rosie Dots fabric? I think it screams picnic in July! As many of you know I have been trying to make my way over to Sew Retro, and deliver my first post. Well it's finally done! As of now I can add the title "Contributing Writer" to my list of many other names (like Cook, Cleaner, Warden, lol). With that said, I will be updating the site next week with information about a super cool contest I will be hosting . And yes, it does involve fabric and patterns. Sorry I can't tell you more. It would ruin the surprise! Please take a look at the Bobbi Hairstyle video I posted below, if you haven't. It's a really helpful video for those looking to have vintage style hair to match their vintage style outfits. Well, I'm off to finish up yet another project. I will post more pictures as soon as the sun comes out to play again.






Keep it pretty,

Tuesday, May 25, 2010

A Pretty New Do for June....... The Bobbi




Hey Gals,

Here's a little something for your viewing delight until I add my next post. I promise it will be worth the wait! Since I know many of you ladies are always looking for a cute new retro do, I thought I would share this. The very sassy but classy hairstyle in the video is called The Bobbi, and I think it's so de-lovely. I will be adding more post this week, in addition to revamping shop rooms. A contest is coming soon! Let me know what you think of the video.

Kisses,